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Surprise Inspection Finds Health Violations at Cleveland Co. Jail

Thursday, February 27

NORMAN, Okla. - A new report from the Oklahoma State Department of Health reveals the Cleveland County Jail is struggling to meet acceptable standards. A surprise inspection on Feb. 4 revealed several violations, including failure to report the serious injury of an inmate earlier this year. Additionally, another inmate, Jacob Shane Dieball,... Read More.

Wisconsin’s Gov. Evers slammed for proposal to replace ‘mother’ with ‘inseminated person’

Thursday, February 27

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers WAUSAU (WLUK) -- Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers is standing by his state budget, which includes changing some of the gendered language in a section about artificial insemination. It includes changing the term "mother" to "inseminated person" and "husband" to "spouse." All this does (is) it gives people... Read More.

Southwest Airlines Flight Abruptly Rises to Avoid Another Plane Crossing Chicago Runway

Wednesday, February 26

CHICAGO (AP) — Pilots on a Southwest Airlines flight attempting to land at Chicago’s Midway Airport were forced to climb back into the sky to avoid another aircraft crossing the runway on Tuesday morning. Airport webcam video posted to X shows the Southwest plane approaching a runway just before 9... Read More.

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Supreme Court Throws Out Oklahoma Man’s Murder Conviction and Death Sentence

Wednesday, February 26

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Tuesday threw out the murder conviction and death penalty for Richard Glossip, an Oklahoma man who has steadfastly maintained his innocence and averted multiple attempts by the state to execute him. The justices found that Glossip's trial violated his constitutional rights. The justices heard arguments... Read More.

Apple Says it Will Invest $500 Billion in U.S. Over Next 4 Years and Hire 20,000 Workers

Wednesday, February 26

Apple plans to invest $500 billion domestically over the next four years and hire 20,000 additional workers in the U.S., the iPhone maker announced on Monday. The company's plans include investing in a new 250,000-square-foot manufacturing plant in Houston, set to open in 2026, that will make servers to... Read More.

Ukraine and US Have Agreed on a Framework Economic Deal, Ukrainian Officials Say

Wednesday, February 26

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy with Donald Trump at the Trump Tower in New York City. (Photo: AP) KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine and the U.S. have reached an agreement on a framework for a broad economic deal that would include access to Ukraine’s rare earth minerals,... Read More.

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House Passes REINS Act-Second House Priority Bill Passes House Title-on in First Three Weeks of Session

Wednesday, February 26

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma House of Representatives recently passed House Bill 2728, a measure designed to enhance transparency and legislative oversight in the state’s administrative rulemaking process. House Bill 2728, authored by Rep. Gerrid Kendrix, R-Altus, creates the Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny... Read More.

City of Tonkawa Holding Town Hall Meeting Today

Tuesday, February 25

To address the concerns of our community, the City of Tonkawa is holding a Town Hall Meeting that will address the current issues of this Water Emergency. During this Town Hall Meeting, we will give the community a complete explanation of the current operations underway and also allow the community... Read More.

Ponca City Welcomes New Mayor, Says Thank You to Longtime Mayor

Tuesday, February 25

Before the City Commission Meeting on Monday, February 24th, the City held a reception for retiring Mayor Homer Nicholson. A wonderful crowd gathered to show their respect for Mayor Nicholson's Service. After the reception, Mayor-Elect Kelsey Wagner was sworn in and took the Oath of Office.Thank you Mayor Homer... Read More.

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Kay County Sheriff’s Dept. Makes Drug and Stolen Property Arrests Today, Expect More

Tuesday, February 25

Today, the Kay County Sheriff's Dept. executed a search warrant in the 6000 blk East Lake Road. After working with several area agencies, enough probable cause was developed to request a search warrant from the court. The warrant was issued and signed by the judge. The investigation is still on going, however... Read More.

Stillwater Medical to Host Grand Opening of Newborn ICU

Tuesday, February 25

Stillwater Medical will celebrate the new OnCue Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, in partnership with Oklahoma Children's Hospital OU Health with a Grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony. When: Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at 10:30 AM Where: Stillwater Medical, Women’s Health Center Lobby, 1323 West 6th Avenue, Stillwater, OK 74074 Who: Denise Webber, CEO,... Read More.

PCPS Concerts/Contests Rescheduled

Tuesday, February 25

**7th-12 Grade OSSAA Solo and Ensemble Contest (formerly Sat Feb 22nd) has been moved to Saturday March 1st. **5th -12th Grade Orchestras In Review Concert (formerly Tues Feb 25th) has been moved to Tuesday March 11th at 7pm. **6th-12th Grade Bands in Review Concert (formerly Thurs Feb 27th) has been moved... Read More.

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Surprise Inspection Finds Health Violations at Cleveland Co. Jail

Wisconsin’s Gov. Evers slammed for proposal to replace ‘mother’ with ‘inseminated person’

Southwest Airlines Flight Abruptly Rises to Avoid Another Plane Crossing Chicago Runway

Supreme Court Throws Out Oklahoma Man’s Murder Conviction and Death Sentence

Apple Says it Will Invest $500 Billion in U.S. Over Next 4 Years and Hire 20,000 Workers

Ukraine and US Have Agreed on a Framework Economic Deal, Ukrainian Officials Say

House Passes REINS Act-Second House Priority Bill Passes House Title-on in First Three Weeks of Session

City of Tonkawa Holding Town Hall Meeting Today

Ponca City Welcomes New Mayor, Says Thank You to Longtime Mayor

Kay County Sheriff’s Dept. Makes Drug and Stolen Property Arrests Today, Expect More

Stillwater Medical to Host Grand Opening of Newborn ICU

PCPS Concerts/Contests Rescheduled

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